About Cogstate

Cogstate provides quick and cost-effective online cognitive tests for concussion for all Canadian Athletes.

The technology behind the Cogstate Computerized Cognitive Assessment Tool (CCAT) was developed by CogState to help Healthcare Providers measure the cognitive function of Athletes after suspected concussions or Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI).

Athletes create individual Baseline or "snapshots" of their brains' speed and accuracy using the Cogstate CCAT's four simple tasks. Repeating the same tasks after injury identifies any cognitive changes from the Baseline. This helps indicate whether the brain has fully recovered. Healthcare Providers use the test results, along with the Athlete's reported concussion symptoms, in making decisions about when it is safe for Athletes to return to the classroom, practice or competitive play.

On average, Athletes complete Baseline tests in eight to 10 minutes. Results are available immediately.

Cogstate is proud to lead the way as an innovator in online concussion management tools that address the growing need in Canada for cognitive Baseline and After Injury testing. Its mission is to protect and train the Athletic brain and believes Every Athlete should have access to a Baseline test Every Year.

What is a concussion?

A concussion is a disturbance of brain function. Most concussions are temporary, but should be allowed to recover fully. Concussions can be caused by a direct blow to the head, face or neck, but also sometimes by indirect blows where the force is transmitted to the head. Changes in the brain are thought to be mainly changes in function rather than structure.

Concussion symptoms may include loss of consciousness or amnesia (forgetting of events immediately before or after the injury), but that is not always the case. Other symptoms may include more subtle changes in thinking, emotions and behavior. Any Athlete suspected of having any of these symptoms should be assessed by a Healthcare Provider.